United States Grand Prix 2024: Full Practice, Qualifying and Race Schedule – When to Watch in India

The United States Grand Prix returns to the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) for the 2024 Formula 1 season, and Sky Sports has published the full weekend schedule. Practice sessions, qualifying and the race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1 in the UK, with the timings now clearly mapped for fans worldwide.

Weekend timetable (UK local time)

• Friday, 19 October: Free Practice 1 – 13:30 BST; Free Practice 2 – 17:00 BST
• Saturday, 20 October: Free Practice 3 – 12:30 BST; Qualifying – 16:00 BST
• Sunday, 21 October: Race – 15:00 BST

For Indian audiences, the corresponding Indian Standard Time (IST) slots are:

• FP1 – 18:00 IST
• FP2 – 21:30 IST
• FP3 – 17:00 IST
• Qualifying – 20:30 IST
• Race – 19:30 IST

Sky Sports will air the sessions on its dedicated F1 channel, and the feed will be available internationally via the official F1 TV streaming service. In India, the race can be watched live on FanCode, which holds the digital rights for the 2024 season. FanCode typically streams the race a few minutes after the Sky Sports broadcast, and the platform also offers a pre‑race analysis show in English and Hindi.

Fans should note that the US‑GP is the penultimate race of the season, making the qualifying and race results crucial for the championship battle between Max Verstappen and his rivals. The Austin circuit is known for its long straights and a mix of high‑speed corners, favouring cars with strong aerodynamic efficiency and powerful engines.

For Indian viewers, the 19:30 IST start time means the race will finish around midnight, a convenient slot for weekend viewing. Those planning to watch on FanCode can pre‑book the event to avoid any last‑minute streaming hiccups, and the platform often provides a free trial for first‑time users during major race weekends.

Source: Sky Sports